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Maternal Health Support: Access to Short-Term Child Care

This proposed bill aims to improve maternal and family health by increasing access to short-term child care, especially during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. This means families in need can receive assistance with child care, positively impacting their well-being and health. The program will be implemented through grants to various organizations providing these services.
Key points
New grants for short-term child care for mothers during and after pregnancy.
Priority support for low-income families, homeless families, single-parent households, and families with children with disabilities.
The program aims to improve the physical and mental health of mothers and their families.
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Additional Information
Child Care Assistance for Maternal Health Act
Print number: HR 5581
Sponsor: Rep. McClellan, Jennifer L. [D-VA-4]
Process start date: 2023-09-20